This historical work details the life of Captain Myles Standish, one of the key figures in the early history of America. Standish was a Puritan who came to the New World on the Mayflower and played a pivotal role in the development of Plymouth Colony. Through his encounters with Native American tribes and leadership of the militia, Standish left an indelible mark on American history. Abbott's lively prose and thorough research make for an engaging read. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.